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Human Generated Data

Title

Printer's Mark of Pierre L'Huillier

Date

16th century

People

Artist: Anonymous France (Paris) 1528, French 16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1060

Human Generated Data

Title

Printer's Mark of Pierre L'Huillier

People

Artist: Anonymous France (Paris) 1528, French 16th century

Date

16th century

Classification

Prints

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Paul J. Sachs, M1060

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-11-07

Rug 93.4
Text 91.7
Art 91.3
Pattern 84.2
Floral Design 84.2
Graphics 84.2
Drawing 69.1
Label 60.8
Doodle 56.8

Clarifai
created on 2019-11-07

vintage 97.7
picture frame 97.7
illustration 97.6
art 97.6
antique 97.3
decoration 97.3
ornate 95.5
design 94.8
old 94.5
engraving 93.9
retro 93.8
print 92.6
desktop 92.4
paper 92
pattern 91.5
victorian 90.8
margin 90.1
ancient 87.8
card 83
vector 82.1

Imagga
created on 2019-11-07

old 41.2
antique 33.5
vintage 33.2
texture 30.6
paper 29.2
grunge 28.1
arabesque 28
retro 27.9
art 25.9
ancient 25.1
pattern 24
design 20.1
frame 19.2
decoration 17.4
binding 17
brown 16.2
ornament 14.7
history 14.3
decor 14.2
gold 14
aged 13.6
stucco 13.4
floral 12.8
style 12.6
textured 12.3
book 12
culture 12
money 11.9
cash 11.9
border 11.8
bank 11.7
parchment 11.5
wallpaper 11.5
carving 11.4
wall 11.1
drawing 11.1
ornate 11
close 10.9
structure 10.6
banking 10.1
flower 10
traditional 10
stamp 10
currency 9.9
religion 9.9
detail 9.7
obsolete 9.6
grungy 9.5
architecture 9.5
blank 9.4
leaf 9.3
shield 9.3
finance 9.3
page 9.3
note 9.2
letter 9.2
historic 9.2
dirty 9.1
postage 8.9
carved 8.8
sepia 8.8
mail 8.6
worn 8.6
exchange 8.6
ornamental 8.6
brass 8.4
card 8.4
document 8.4
dollar 8.4
collection 8.1
financial 8
elegant 7.7
mark 7.7
craft 7.7
post 7.6
scroll 7.6
memorial 7.5
east 7.5
element 7.5
natural 7.4
protective covering 7.3
rough 7.3
envelope 7.2
covering 7.2
map 7.1
leaves 7
tile 7

Google
created on 2019-11-07

Text 93.6
Illustration 86.7
Font 83.1
Book cover 80.7
Book 75.7
Calligraphy 75.5
Art 62.5
Paper 59.2
History 57.6
Drawing 53.7
Ink 52.1

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-07

text 98.9
drawing 97
handwriting 91.8
book 88.2
sketch 87
engraving 67.7
letter 55.9
manuscript 54.9
woodcut 51.6

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Rug
Rug 93.4%

Categories

Imagga

paintings art 100%

Captions

Microsoft
created on 2019-11-07

a close up of a piece of paper 82.2%
a piece of paper 82.1%
close up of a piece of paper 79.9%

Clarifai
created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-04

a photograph of a picture of a picture of a tree in a frame -100%

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2025-02-04

The image is a fragment of an ornate, vintage or antique document or book cover. It features a central illustration framed by an elaborate border. The central illustration depicts a tree with blooming flowers. Intertwined with the tree's trunk are two flowing ribbons or banners with text on them, but the text is not fully legible. Below the tree, there is a pastoral scene with what appears to be a landscape including hills and possibly a body of water. There are small symbols, including a cross and some letters, near the base of the tree.

The border surrounding the illustration is highly detailed, featuring symmetrical decorative elements that include cherubic figures at the top, grotesque faces, and scrolls. The style suggests a mix of classical and baroque influences. The bottom part of the document contains the partial text "A PARIS," indicating a Parisian origin. The actual paper shows signs of age, with discoloration and torn, frayed edges, particularly noticeable on the top and bottom. The bottom text appears to be incomplete, suggesting that this is a fragment of a larger document.

Created by gpt-4 on 2025-02-04

This image depicts an aged piece of paper with an intricate design. The design appears to be an old illustration or print with classical decorative elements:

  • At the center, there is a rectangular frame featuring a tree that bears flowers or fruits prominently within the frame. The tree is detailed, with individual leaves and multiple branches.
  • The frame surrounding the tree is ornate, with a banner or ribbon-like design with the inscription "A PARIS" at the bottom.
  • There is additional text underneath the main illustration that says "A PARIS," followed by something that is partially cut off, which seems to be an address starting with "À l'huilier, rue S. Jacque".
  • Flanking the central rectangle on both sides are what appear to be mythological or fantastical creatures with humanoid faces and bodies that transition into leafy or vine-like forms, contributing to an overall ornamental Baroque or Rococo style.
  • The top portion of the frame features faces that could be interpreted as green men, which are figures commonly used in decoration often composed of leaves for facial features, surrounded by more foliage and more mysterious creatures.
  • The bottom part of the frame consists of a heavy, dense decorative motif with foliage and an animal-like face embedded within the design, typical of the grotesque style often used in the Renaissance and later decorative arts.

The paper itself shows signs of wear and aging, with brown spots and uneven edges, indicating that this artwork has likely been preserved for some time. It is likely a piece extracted from a book or a larger work of prints, given the typical border design and textual information below the image which would be consistent with a title page or a similarly important section in a traditional publication.

Anthropic Claude

Created by claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022 on 2025-02-04

This appears to be a historical printer's mark or publisher's device from Paris, likely from a book title page. The central image shows a decorative tree growing from what appears to be a hillside or landscape, with ornate ribbons or banners wrapped around its trunk. The tree is framed by an elaborate ornamental border featuring scrollwork, botanical elements, and decorative figures along the sides. At the bottom of the image is text reading "A PARIS," followed by a partial address on rue S. Jacques (Saint Jacques). The entire illustration is done in a woodcut or engraving style typical of early printed books, with fine black line work on a light background. The composition has a symmetrical, heraldic quality to it, which was common for publisher's marks of this period.

Created by claude-3-opus-20240229 on 2025-02-04

The image depicts an intricate illustration serving as the title page for "A Paris," presumably a book or publication, by an author whose name appears to be "Tier, rue S. Iacques".

The illustration is highly detailed and ornate, featuring a rectangular frame filled with trees, leaves, and flourishes. In the center is a tree with the numbers "82" carved or embedded in its trunk.

The frame is supported on either side by fantastical creatures that seem to be a mix of a mermaid and a serpent or dragon. The creatures have human-like upper bodies that transition into long, curling tails covered in scales or stylized patterns.

The entire illustration has an antique, engraved style reminiscent of 16th-18th century printmaking and book design. The image is sepia-toned, further contributing to its aged, historical appearance on the rough, textured paper background.

Created by claude-3-haiku-20240307 on 2025-02-04

The image appears to be an ornate engraved illustration or print. It features a central frame with an intricate floral tree design surrounded by various decorative elements such as scrolls, animals, and other symbolic motifs. The overall style suggests an artistic, ornamental, and historical aesthetic. The text at the bottom indicates this was created in Paris, France, and gives the address of the location "Quai, Rue S. Iacqve".

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image depicts a vintage, aged piece of paper with a decorative design and text at the bottom. The paper is torn and worn, with visible signs of aging, including yellowing and creases.

At the center of the image is a rectangular frame containing a tree with a snake wrapped around its trunk. The tree has leaves and flowers, while the snake appears to be biting the tree. The frame is surrounded by intricate carvings of leaves, flowers, and other designs.

Below the frame, the text "A PARIS" is written in large letters, with smaller text below that reads "lier,rue S. lacque." The background of the image is a light beige color, which complements the aged appearance of the paper.

Overall, the image suggests that it may be a bookplate or a decorative element from an old book or document. The use of Latin text and the ornate design elements suggest a European origin, possibly from the 18th or 19th century.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-03-15

The image depicts a piece of paper with a decorative border and text. The border is ornate, featuring various elements such as leaves, flowers, and animals. At the center of the border is a tree with a snake wrapped around its trunk. The snake has a banner in its mouth with the words "VANITAS VANITATUM" written on it. Below the tree are the letters "PL" and a cross.

At the bottom of the page, there is text that reads "A PARIS," followed by some illegible words. The background of the image is a light beige color, suggesting that the paper may be old or aged. Overall, the image appears to be a decorative piece of art or a page from an old book.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-02-04

The image depicts an old piece of paper with a drawing of a tree in the center. The tree is surrounded by a decorative frame, which is made up of various elements, including leaves, flowers, and a snake. The tree is situated in the middle of a landscape that includes a mountain and a river. The drawing is surrounded by the words "A PARIS" and "rue S. Iacque."

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-02-04

The image shows an old, worn-out page from a book or document. The page has a central illustration of a tree with a cross at its base, surrounded by a decorative frame. The frame has intricate designs, including a lion's head on the left side and a bird on the right side. The tree has two intertwined snakes on its branches, and the cross has a Latin inscription on it. The text "A PARIS" is written in the bottom left corner, and there is a watermark of a lion's head on the right side. The image has a vintage look, with a slightly yellowish hue and some discoloration.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-04

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a detailed black-and-white engraving on aged paper. It appears to be a decorative illustration, possibly from a book or print. The paper has torn edges, suggesting it is an excerpt from a larger piece.

Central Image:

  • Tree: A stylized tree is the central focus. It has a thick trunk, branches, and small, oval-shaped leaves.
  • Serpents: Two serpent-like creatures are intertwined around the tree trunk, their bodies forming loops and their heads facing outwards.
  • Letters/Words: There are letters, likely forming words or a motto, incorporated into the serpent's design.
  • Landscape: The tree stands on a low hill or mound, with a background of rolling hills and a few small structures in the distance.

Frame and Decorative Elements:

  • Frame: The central image is enclosed within a detailed, ornate rectangular frame.
  • Figures: The frame is adorned with various decorative figures, including:
    • Small cherubic figures at the top, possibly holding garlands or other decorative elements.
    • Mythological creatures with horns and wings on the sides.
    • At the bottom, a mask-like figure with leafy ornamentation.
  • Stylistic Details: The engraving style is characterized by fine lines, hatching, and cross-hatching to create shadows and texture.

Text:

  • The inscription "A PARIS," is present at the bottom.
  • The words "tier, rue S. Jacque" are present at the bottom as well.
  • These words may represent information about the publisher or the place the print was sold.

In Summary:

This engraving is a sophisticated and detailed artwork. The central tree motif and the surrounding symbolism (serpents, figures, and likely motto) hint at a deeper meaning or allegory, while the ornate frame and overall design convey a sense of elegance and craftsmanship. It is likely an illustration from a historical book or print.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-04

The image is a fragment of an old book page or print, featuring an ornate illustration and text. The central element is a rectangular frame adorned with intricate designs. On the top of the frame, there are cherubs or angels amidst foliage. Flanking the sides are human-like figures holding onto the frame, and at the bottom, there are creatures resembling griffins or gargoyles. The creatures are placed symmetrically on either side of what looks like a lion's head or a similar animal.

Within the frame, there is a scene depicted. A central tree with leaves or blossoms dominates the space. Around the tree's trunk, two letter "S" shapes, possibly part of an inscription or motto, are intertwined. In the background of the scene, there's a landscape with what appears to be a town or village, and further back, a body of water.

Below the frame, the text "A PARIS," is printed in a serif font. Under this, there is another line of text that is partially obscured but appears to read "...,rue S. Iacque". The entire image has a vintage, possibly antique feel due to the paper's color, the style of the illustration, and the type of typography used.

Text analysis

Amazon

A
A PARIS,
PARIS,
Iacque
rue
"ier,rue rue S. Iacque
S.
"ier,rue
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Google

A PARIS er,rue S.Iacque
A
PARIS
er,rue
S.Iacque